In a response to the ongoing power crisis, the Kebbi State Government has appealed to the residents of Birnin Kebbi and its surroundings to remain patient, assuring them that the current total blackout will be resolved soon.
This announcement was conveyed in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the state governor, Ahmed Idris, according to the News Agency of Nigeria.
The Secretary to the State Government, Yakubu Bala-Tafida, emphasized the need for patience during his visit to the Transmission Company of Nigeria substation in Birnin Kebbi.
He stated, “Because he doesn’t want his people to remain in darkness,” referring to Governor Nasir Idris, who had instructed him to oversee the situation.
The power crisis started after a fire incident on September 14th, which destroyed one 90MVA and a 60MVA transformers.
This incident left Kebbi, Sokoto, and parts of Zamfara States in complete darkness, prompting the government’s urgent response to alleviate the situation.
